fair representation
Changes recommended for RDN board voting formula, in place since 1982
NANAIMO - The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is considering a change in how they determine the number of board members and their voting power, with future population growth in mind. During the March 3 RDM Committee of the Whole meeting, senior local government consultant Melany Helmer said they need a voting formul...
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Strong Outing
Clippers win important divisional game over Bulldogs
NANAIMO - The Clippers put a four game losing streak behind them with a 5-3 victory over the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.The first period was a wild back and forth affair with the teams trading six goals.With the teams playing four on four Caden Okovita opened the scoring for Nanaimo on a beautiful passing play.Alberni Val...
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Timber trouble
Diversifying forestry markets, new aid program discussed during minister visit
NANAIMO - BC's minister in charge didn't mince words while addressing highly challenging times for the province's forestry sector. Ravi Parmar, who represents the Langford-Highlands riding, toured Nanaimo's Vancouver Island University campus on Friday, March 13, which included discussions with industry representatives ...
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WestJet fined $70,000 after late-night cancellation of Calgary-Nanaimo flight
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NREMR: FEBRUARY 2026
Nanaimo Real Estate Market Report: February 2026
fair representation
Changes recommended for RDN board voting formula, in place since 1982
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Strong Outing
Clippers win important divisional game over Bulldogs
14h ago
Nanaimo, Parksville and Area
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Multiple people targeted in pair of random Airsoft pistol attacks in downtown Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Local Mounties are looking for more information after two separate incidents involving airsoft pistols fired from vehicles toward unsuspecting victims. Nanaimo RCMP were called on Thursday, March 12, just before 9 p.m., when a black van, possibly a Dodge Caravan, travelled past people waiting to enter The Que...
Mar 13, 2026
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drug toxicity
Nine deaths in Nanaimo due to unregulated street drugs in January
NANAIMO - The BC Coroners Service says 150 people died from toxic drugs across the province in January, down 10 per cent from the same month last year. Despite continuing the overall trend of deaths linked to toxic drugs, the number was higher than the 143 deaths recorded in December province-wide, with an average of n...
Mar 13, 2026
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Back to Basics
Clippers search for wins in playoff stretch drive
NANAIMO - The Clippers had their most successful stretch of the current BCHL campaign in January and early February, but have since followed that up with a season-high four-game losing streak. Nanaimo now has seven games remaining before playoffs, with the next six in a row at Frank Crane Arena. Veteran forward Patrick...
Mar 13, 2026
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Rejected
Alleged Nanaimo prowler denied bail
Editor's note: the following article contains details of alleged criminal offending which may not be suitable for some readers. Discretion is advised. NANAIMO - A judge shot down a man's interim release application, who's accused of several prowling-type incidents, including indecent acts in Nanaimo. David Robert Hope,...
Mar 13, 2026
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major trafficking operations
Over 130 arrested, 51 charged, drugs & weapons seized after months-long operation in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Provincial funding and diligent work from local Mounties removed a large cache of drugs and weapons from local streets. Officers from the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU), as well as Uniformed Gang Enforcement Team members and the Nanaimo detachment, worked over the course of five months to co...
Mar 12, 2026
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B.C. championship
Nanaimo Minor Hockey U18 T1 Clippers primed for provincials
NANAIMO - Following a dominant regular season and playoffs on Vancouver Island, the U18 Tier 1 Clippers are off to northeastern B.C. The regional Nanaimo-based team advanced to the provincial U18 T1 championship after dispatching the Juan de Fuca Grizzlies 5-2 and 6-2 in a three-game series, which concluded on Sunday,...
Mar 12, 2026
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British Columbia
Two charged with murder after body of B.C. man who sued late Shah's son found
SURREY - A British Columbia mathematician who was reported missing last month by concerned neighbours was allegedly killed in a "targeted" incident by two people known to him who now face murder charges, police say. The Integrated Homicide Investigati...
5h ago
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Accused cop killer has 'nuanced' understanding of trial, Crown tells fitness hearing
VANCOUVER - A prosecutor says the suspect in the killing of RCMP Const. Shaelyn Yang has an "exceptionally nuanced and sophisticated understanding" of the trial process. But Colleen Smith says the Crown isn't taking a position on whether Jongwon Ham is...
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B.C. to build undersea fibre-optic internet cable to Haida Gwaii for up to $24M
VANCOUVER - The British Columbia government is spending up to $24 million for the construction of a new subsea fibre-optic cable to Haida Gwaii in a bid to improve the islands' internet access. The province says the investment is being made through the...
Mar 13, 2026
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Kinew says it's time to survey Manitobans on changing clocks
WINNIPEG - Manitobans could soon be consulted on whether it's necessary to continue changing the clocks twice a year in the province. Premier Wab Kinew hinted the province is nearing the end of the practice of moving clocks forward an hour in the sprin...
Mar 13, 2026
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One hurt in drive-by pellet gun attacks targeting crowds in Nanaimo, B.C.
NANAIMO - Police are investigating a pair of airsoft pellet gun attacks against random people in Nanaimo, B.C., that left one injured. RCMP say both attacks happened in downtown Nanaimo on Thursday night, when pellets were fired at crowds from passing ...
Mar 13, 2026
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drug toxicity
Nine deaths in Nanaimo due to unregulated street drugs in January
NANAIMO - The BC Coroners Service says 150 people died from toxic drugs across the province in January, down 10 per cent from the same month last year. Despite continuing the overall trend of deaths linked to toxic drugs, the number was higher than the 143 deaths recorded in December province-wide, with an average of n...
Mar 13, 2026
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Local Sports
one way traffic
Dominant VIU Mariners capture another BCIHL title
NANAIMO - For the second time in three years, the VIU Mariners are on top of the BC Intercollegiate Hockey League.After dominating the regular season with a 17-2-0-1 record, finishing eight points clear of second place, the team cruised to the title with an 8-1 win over the University of Victoria Vikes on Sunday, March...
Mar 09, 2026
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unbeatable
Mariners take double gold at PACWEST basketball provincials
NANAIMO - Another two banners are going to the rafters of the Vancouver Island University gymnasium.Both the men's and women's basketball teams claimed provincial titles on Saturday, March 7, winning their respective gold medal games at Camosun College in Victoria.The women made it back-to-back PACWEST titles with a cl...
Mar 08, 2026
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Well Balanced
Nanaimo gymnastics school athletes return from BC Winter Games
NANAIMO - The Nanaimo Gymnastics school sent five athletes to the BC Winter Games in Trail and Rossland. Sophie Fayerman and Annika Dunderdale competed in Level 7 and Hazel Techen and Gianna Phillips were in Level 8. Norah Box earned a wild card entry into the event which was held from Feb. 25 to March 1. Techen had an...
Mar 07, 2026
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Strong Outing
Clippers win important divisional game over Bulldogs
NANAIMO - The Clippers put a four game losing streak behind them with a 5-3 victory over the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.The first period was a wild back and forth affair with the teams trading six goals.With the teams playing four on four Caden Okovita opened the scoring for Nanaimo on a beautiful passing play.Alberni Val...
14h ago
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Back to Basics
Clippers search for wins in playoff stretch drive
NANAIMO - The Clippers had their most successful stretch of the current BCHL campaign in January and early February, but have since followed that up with a season-high four-game losing streak. Nanaimo now has seven games remaining before playoffs, with the next six in a row at Frank Crane Arena. Veteran forward Patrick...
Mar 13, 2026
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Four Straight Losses
Clippers drop both ends of home and home series with Grizzlies
VICTORIA - For the first time this season the Clippers have dropped four straight games.The Victoria Grizzlies were responsible for three of those losses including a 6-4 decision on March 6 and a 3-2 outcome on March 7.In the latest matchup Nanaimo had leads of 1-0 and 2-1 but couldn't secure the win.Caden Okovita open...
Mar 08, 2026
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Canada
PM's office mum on Conservative Order of Canada petition for Don Cherry
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Mark Carney's office wouldn't weigh in on a push by the federal Conservatives to award the Order of Canada to controversial hockey commentator Don Cherry. Audrey Champoux, a spokesperson for Carney, declined to say whether the p...
2h ago
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Liberal candidate in Terrebonne byelection hopes to reclaim riding on April 12
TERREBONNE - Liberal candidate Tatiana Auguste is hoping to be elected in the April 12 byelection in the Montreal-area riding of Terrebonne, and this time, for good. Auguste opened her riding office in the Montreal-area riding today, telling supporters...
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Al-Quds Day rally goes ahead after court tosses out Ontario's bid to block
TORONTO - A Toronto pro-Palestinian demonstration went ahead with waving flags and a large police presence, including officers observing from the top of buildings, Saturday after an Ontario judge tossed out the government's move to pre-emptively bloc...
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Two charged with murder after body of B.C. man who sued late Shah's son found
SURREY - A British Columbia mathematician who was reported missing last month by concerned neighbours was allegedly killed in a "targeted" incident by two people known to him who now face murder charges, police say. The Integrated Homicide Investigati...
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N.S. First Nation tells government and RCMP to stay out of cannabis and tobacco sales
HALIFAX - An Indigenous government in Nova Scotia has passed a new resolution saying the province and RCMP have no right to carry out enforcement on its lands, as police and provincial officials step up raids on what they claim are illegal cannabis ope...
8h ago
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Weatheradio going off the air as Environment Canada moves emphasis to online and apps
ROB DRINKWATER - A cross-Canada radio service that for decades has delivered the latest local forecasts as well as critical alerts about severe weather 24 hours a day is signing off, with listeners being advised to switch to online or cellphone-based s...
10h ago
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World
Formula 1 calls off April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to Iran war
SHANGHAI (AP) - Formula 1 and its governing body FIA canceled Grand Prix races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia on safety grounds related to the Iran war. Both countries have been struck during Iran's response after the United States and Isra...
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Another 3 members of Iran's women's soccer team decide against staying in Australia as refugees
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) - Another three members of the Iran's women's soccer team who accepted refugee visas to stay in Australia have decided to return to their homeland, an Australian government minister said on Sunday. The departure ...
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Jürgen Habermas, influential German philosopher, dies at 96
BERLIN (AP) - Jürgen Habermas, whose work on communication, rationality and sociology made him one of the world's most influential philosophers and a key intellectual figure in his native Germany, has died. He was 96. Habermas' publisher,...
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If you're searching for holiday gifts and winter layers, Nanaimo has a new must-visit destination. Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) has officially opened its doors at 2517 Bowen Road, bringing its trusted lineup of outdoor gear, apparel, and expert guidance to the region, just in time for the winter season. From season...
Dec 14, 2025
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guide dogs
CNIB in need of volunteers to foster future service dogs across Canada
It's a rewarding experience filled with unconditional love and the opportunity to change the life of someone who is blind.Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) Guide Dogs is urgently looking for volunteers to raise future guide dogs for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision."There's a huge...
Jul 23, 2025
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Vancouver Island Economic Alliance - Celebrate Island Good in June
The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance brought Island Good to life in 2018. Since then, Island Good has become the leader in helping Island residents find locally grown, made and produced products. Now, more than ever, that consumer sentiment to support local is growing. Let Island Good help you find the way to island ...
May 27, 2025
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